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Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Sports facility
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1661 Villa Cardiff Drive, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, 92007
  • Place, Encinitas Community Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Elijo State Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff State Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(153 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Roll in Shower

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Oceanside stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotel, you'll find Encinitas Community Park and Cardiff State Beach. San Elijo State Beach and Self Realization Fellowship are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Encinitas Community Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Elijo State Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cardiff State Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Self Realization Fellowship - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 9 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pueblo Mexican Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jorge's Mexicatessen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Waverly Restaurant & Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Plant Power Fast Food - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA also features coffee/tea in a common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA offers 101 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Cardiff-by-the-Sea hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area
Holiday Inn Express Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area
Holiday Inn Express Encinitas-Cardiff Beach Area Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Encinitas Cardiff Beach Area
Holiday Inn Express Encinitas Cardiff Beach Area
Hampton Inn by Hilton Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Hotel

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1034 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DUANE, Orange

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Quick friendly checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great. The breakfast was good, customer service was good, the room was clean. My only complaint is that I was charged for something that I didn’t buy. I noticed it on my receipt as I was checking out and brought it to the attention at the front desk. I was given a receipt showing they took off the charge, however it was still charged to my card.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

SAMUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean. except for the lack of a table.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it’s a great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maged

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The carpet smelled bad but everything else was so nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay, always a great experience. My puppy is included which isca must for me Returning in December.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

nelson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wataru

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb in all respects!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jase

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, decent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Travelled with family
This is a regular stop for me. It don’t feel the same from the front desk to the breakfast. I’ll be back sure hope it’s back to normal
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huichan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

zack

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was great except for a somewhat pushy breakfast attendant. Just in the way of guests trying to get what they wanted for breakfast. The food was wonderful - diverse and plentiful. She was trying to help when no help was needed and just got in the way. I would have tipped her if she had stayed out of the room. Don't bother people at this kind of situation before they are done eating. It just isn't necessary.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything good except the sqeaky bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abner

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very helpful, welcoming. Housekeeping did an amazing job.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fantastic. The gym was very nice, the staff was extremely friendly, and the complementary breakfast was amazing. I don’t have a single bad thing to say about my stay, I was so happy with it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lOCATION
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotel stays we’ve ever had. The staff was amazing, everyone was friendly and eager to help. The breakfast was amazing and the ladies who run it were fantastic. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025